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Kon Knueppel

Kon Knueppel is an American professional basketball player for the Charlotte Hornets of the NBA.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated September 11, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Kon Knueppel is an American professional basketball player for the Charlotte Hornets of the National Basketball Association (NBA). He played college basketball for the Duke Blue Devils and was selected fourth overall in the 2025 NBA draft. Knueppel is listed as a guard-forward and was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Early life and education

Knueppel was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and attended Wisconsin Lutheran High School. He later joined Duke University, where he played college basketball for the Blue Devils.

College career

At Duke, Knueppel played as a guard-forward during the 2024-25 season. Duke Athletics listed him as a freshman from Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Professional career

Knueppel was drafted fourth overall by the Charlotte Hornets in the 2025 NBA draft. He joined the Hornets as an NBA rookie.

Playing profile

The NBA lists Knueppel as a guard-forward at 6 ft 6 in and 215 lb. He is commonly described as a perimeter-oriented wing player.

Key facts

  • Knueppel plays for the Charlotte Hornets in the NBA.
  • He played one season of college basketball at Duke.
  • The Hornets selected him fourth overall in the 2025 NBA draft.
  • He is listed at 6-foot-6 and 215 pounds.
  • His hometown is Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Kon Knueppel?
Kon Knueppel is an American professional basketball player for the Charlotte Hornets.
What college did Kon Knueppel attend?
He played college basketball for Duke University.
When was Kon Knueppel drafted?
He was selected fourth overall in the 2025 NBA draft by the Charlotte Hornets.
What position does Kon Knueppel play?
He is listed as a guard-forward by the NBA.
Where is Kon Knueppel from?
He was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States.

References

  1. NBA — https://www.nba.com/player/1642851/kon-knueppel
    Supports: Birthdate, height, weight, nationality, position, team, draft position, college, and rookie status.
  2. Duke Athletics — https://goduke.com/sports/mens-basketball/roster/kon-knueppel/20764
    Supports: College team, position, hometown, high school, and freshman status.
  3. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kon_Knueppel
    Supports: Full name, birth date, birthplace, college, and NBA team.
  4. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/nba/player/_/id/5061575/kon-knueppel
    Supports: NBA team, position, height, weight, birthdate, college, and draft information.